Primacor 1436 EVA Copolymer
Primacor 1436 is an acid-modified ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer used primarily in adhesives and coatings. It is supplied in pellet form. Although it is a chemically modified EVA, the vinyl acetate monomer still predominates, and the acid modification does not change the classification under tariff item 3901.30.00, provided the VA content meets the 95% threshold.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the acid modification results in a polymer where no single monomer unit reaches 95%
Chemically modified polymers are classified with the unmodified polymer, but if the modification introduces significant comonomers, the predominance rule may apply.
If the acid modification is so extensive that the polymer behaves as a polyester
Unlikely, but if the acid groups form ester linkages, it could be argued as a polyester; however, the EVA backbone typically prevails.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the acid modification and vinyl acetate content to avoid reclassification under a different subheading
• If the acid groups are introduced via grafting, note that graft copolymers are classified according to the predominant monomer, which is still ethylene-vinyl acetate
• Keep a certificate of analysis showing the VA percentage to support the 95% threshold
Related Products under Tariff item 3901.30.00
Ateva 1228 EVA Medical Grade Pellets
Ateva 1228 is a medical-grade ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer with 28% vinyl acetate, supplied as pellets for medical device extrusion. It is in primary form and falls under tariff item 3901.30.00 as an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, with ethylene as the predominant monomer.
Bynel 41E710 EVA Adhesive Resin
Bynel 41E710 is a maleic anhydride grafted ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer in pellet form, used as a tie-layer adhesive resin. It is a chemically modified EVA copolymer and falls under tariff item 3901.30.00 as an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, with the modification not changing its primary classification.
DuPont Elvax 4355 Terpolymer Blend Pellets
Elvax 4355 is a terpolymer of ethylene, vinyl acetate, and vinyl chloride, supplied as pellets in primary form. Although it contains vinyl chloride, its predominant monomer is ethylene, and the vinyl acetate content is below 50% by weight, placing it under tariff item 3901.30.00 for ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers.
Elvax 260 Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer Resin
Elvax 260 is an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer resin with approximately 28% vinyl acetate content, supplied in pellet form as a primary plastic material. It falls under tariff item 3901.30.00 as an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, with ethylene as the predominant monomer.
Elvax 40L-03 Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate-Vinyl Chloride Terpolymer Resin
Elvax 40L-03 is a low-viscosity terpolymer of ethylene, vinyl acetate (under 50% by weight), and vinyl chloride, used in hot-melt adhesives and sealants. It is supplied in primary form and falls under tariff item 3901.30.00 as an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, given the predominant ethylene content.
Entek 1925 EVA Pellets
Entek 1925 EVA pellets are an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer in primary form, used for foam applications. It falls under tariff item 3901.30.00 as an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, with ethylene as the predominant monomer.